Leaving for Iraq this week

Krangodnzr

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As I mentioned a few months, I'm going to Iraq with the 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division this week. Another year that I will miss most Cardinals games :(

4th Brigade is the last combat brigade going to Iraq, and even with the draw down, I'm a bit apprehensive on how this tour is going to go. The elections are upcoming, and with the pull out in full effect, there is a possibility for some pretty violent attacks. Now were not really allowed to do much anymore, we're mainly there to back up the government of Iraq, but that doesn't stop mortars and rockets from hitting our FOB.

So wish me luck, I'll be looking at this forum from over there. Hopefully the Cardinals will be a source of happiness for me every Monday and NOT a source of sadness/anger.:D
 

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Good luck buddy! Well see ya on the flip side! We'll hold it down till you get back!
 

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Keep yourself safe, and hopefully you come back home soon.
 

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God speed brother... I was did my time as well.... Keep your head down.
 

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You have my utmost respect. Be safe my friend.
 

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So wish me luck, I'll be looking at this forum from over there. Hopefully the Cardinals will be a source of happiness for me every Monday and NOT a source of sadness/anger.:D


Thank you and most importantly....STAY ALERT at all times....there is never a timeout on that field..
 

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Mad props for all you do for our country.... Good luck brother, represent the Cards over there in the desert, and most importantly stay safe!
 

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Good luck Krang. Your service is really appreciated, and you, along with everyone else serving this wonderful country, are in my prayers. Stay safe and thanks again!
 

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Thank you for your service to our Country. My prayers will be with you and our Military.
 
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Thanks for what you do krang. Stay safe and we'll see you back at UofP soon
 

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As I mentioned a few months, I'm going to Iraq with the 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division this week. Another year that I will miss most Cardinals games :(

4th Brigade is the last combat brigade going to Iraq, and even with the draw down, I'm a bit apprehensive on how this tour is going to go. The elections are upcoming, and with the pull out in full effect, there is a possibility for some pretty violent attacks. Now were not really allowed to do much anymore, we're mainly there to back up the government of Iraq, but that doesn't stop mortars and rockets from hitting our FOB.

So wish me luck, I'll be looking at this forum from over there. Hopefully the Cardinals will be a source of happiness for me every Monday and NOT a source of sadness/anger.:D


Be safe. On a lighter note AFN will show the games. They have 2-3 channels that show the games on Sun.
 

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I'm not going to wish you good luck because I know you are smart enough to make you own luck and do a much better job of it than just wishing for it. You have my upmost appreciation. Let me know if you need anything.:thumbup:
 

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